If you are looking for a place where you can bring in a special occasion then Les Deux Singes de Montarvie is where your search ends. This is a wonderful French restaurant perfect for a romantic dinner or for a quiet evening with close friends. Dimly lit, the interior always emanates a warm glow and the seats give a lovely view of the city outside. Dishes at Les Deux Singes de Montarvie are crafted to perfection and they arrive at your table looking like a work of art. The restaurant has an impressive selection of wines to complement your meal and you can rely on your servers for suggestions over the labels.
If you thought an only-vegetarian restaurant would be boring and bland, then do think again. Casa Del Popolo, translated as 'The House of the People', serves up vegetarian delights that will satisfy even a meat lover. Try their Vege Pate or Spicy Tofu, and let the healthy goodness transcend you to the other, greener, side. However, if vegetarian food is a strict no-no, then never mind, because they do have a wide selection of drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, and a fine program of events. Call to know more.
One of Montreal's great culinary institutions, this cramped, somewhat dingy deli, Schwartz's, makes the smoked meat (Montreal's version of pastrami) to which all others are compared. The line can be horrendous on weekends, the service is impersonal at best, and you are likely to be shoehorned into a table with a gaggle of total strangers. That said, the classic meal of a smoked meat sandwich, fries, pickle and a Cott's Cerise Noire cola is a genuinely transcendent experience. If the line seems unreasonable, takeout is a perfect alternative.
Situated in a prime location, Kyo Bar Japonais is a gastropub that has an upbeat and swank atmosphere. This bar and restaurant offers several shochu-inspired cocktails, a large selection of sushi as well as a range of sake. Some of its recommendable items are the Maguro Tataki, Ginjo sake, and other izakaya(Japanese tavern) classics. The bar specializes in small plates and also boasts of an extensive liquor selection. The community table setting encourages conversation and is a good way to make new friends. For those who love tapas-styled Japanese food in a laid-back environment, Kyo Bar Japonais is a good choice.
Little Sheep Mongolian Hot Pot offers diners a unique dining experience; a culinary tradition which can be traced back to the nomadic Mongolian tribes. Each table is centered around an electric hot plate which heats up a large pot of broth flavored with the restaurants secret blend of herbs and spices. Diners may select a variety of items from the menu which are served raw and must be cooked in the boiling broth at the table itself. Options include thinly sliced meats like chicken, angus beef and shrimp, meat balls, vegetables like slices of potato, chinese yam and watercress, and a variety of noodles. The broth itself is available in two varieties - spicy or original. As complements to your hot pot, the restaurant also offers a selection of delicious sides, alcohol, soft drinks, and dipping sauces. Perfect for those cold winter days, Little Sheep Mongolian Hot Pot offers a dining experience that is sure to please the entire family; while children will enjoy the novelty of cooking their own food, the communal nature of the meal provides an opportunity to bond and share.
This legendary jazz club occupies a particularly bleak corner in downtown Montreal, but the atmosphere inside (and on the terrace in summer) is anything but cold. Patrons feast on barbecued chicken, ribs and other pub-grub favorites while relaxing to the tunes of any number of local jazz outfits. It isn't cheap, it's more than a little touristy, the jazz is hardly cutting-edge and on weekends it can be impossibly crowded.
Nestled alongside a river, Café Centre d'Art is a hub for artists from the visual, media and performing worlds. Its aim is to encourage a dialogue between the artists and their audience through its courses and workshops. It also plays host to concerts on a regular basis. Apart from being an arts center, it also houses a café where you can relish hot coffee and quick bites
Set in a historic brick building, L'Ange Cornu Bistro is a charming restaurant and bar. Their seasonal yet creative menu will delight you and their drink list of imported wines, beers and local microbrews will cheer you up. Eclectically done up, it has a bohemian vibe to it and maybe because it is a hub for artists to mingle and showcase their talent. Enjoy gigs and live performances at their backyard.
Falafel St. Jacques is one of the finest Middle Eastern restaurants in the vicinity. No-frills setting and over the counter service makes it perfect for a quick meal. From signature Falafels to hummus and pita bread, all the dishes are prepared with fresh and house-made ingredients. They also have a good variety of salads and platters. Don't forget to try authentic Middle-Eastern sweets like the Baklava here.
Maple Delights is a charming spot and a must visit if in Old Montreal. This sweet bistro and museum is a wonderful way to discover this national pride. At the bistro you can relish delish baked goodies, gelatos, candies, waffles, milkshakes, coffees and sorbets, all with the goodness of maple syrup and sugar in them. Check out their small museum that gives an insight of how the sap is collected. You can also taste the products made from maple that highlight its unique quality.
If you are looking for a place where you can bring in a special occasion then Les Deux Singes de Montarvie is where your search ends. This is a wonderful French restaurant perfect for a romantic dinner or for a quiet evening with close friends. Dimly lit, the interior always emanates a warm glow and the seats give a lovely view of the city outside. Dishes at Les Deux Singes de Montarvie are crafted to perfection and they arrive at your table looking like a work of art. The restaurant has an impressive selection of wines to complement your meal and you can rely on your servers for suggestions over the labels.
Ming Tao Xuan is a tea cafe which serves a huge variety of teas prepared in typical Chinese style. It has some vegetarian appetizers as well. Entire room is decorated with Chinese artworks and paintings. You can find beautiful Chinese and Japanese articles like tea cups, spoons, containers, etc. They also have beautiful jewellery made from local stones and beads. You can also check and order these items from their website. They deliver to almost all the parts of the world.